Why Booking a Full Family Session Is Totally Worth It

…From a Mom and Former Elementary School Teacher Who Knows How Kids Actually Work

Family photography sessions: magical memory-making adventures… or chaotic whirlwinds of mismatched socks, snack negotiations, and toddlers who suddenly forget how to smile? Honestly… a little bit of both.

But here’s the secret I’ve learned—both as a mom and a former elementary school teacher who has weathered roughly one million kid-related curveballs: a full hour photography session isn’t just extra time… it’s extra breathing room. And trust me, your family deserves it.

1. Kids Don’t Run on Timers (But They Do Warm Up)

If kids were robots, a 15-minute session would be plenty. But kids need a moment to warm up, get comfortable, and realize that I'm not a stranger trying to steal their soul with a camera—just another adult who laughs at poop jokes and acts out animal noises.

A full session gives them time to settle in, show their personality, and maybe even forget they’re “supposed” to behave (which, ironically, is when the best photos happen).

2. Real Moments Take Time to Unfold

Sure, we can get one polished, everyone-smiling, frame-on-the-wall shot in a shorter session. But the real magic?The snuggles.The tickle fights.The shy hugs.The look your partner gives your kid that makes your heart squeeze.Those don’t show up on command—they appear when families relax.

A longer session lets us capture the entire story, not just the cover photo.

3. No One Wants to Feel Rushed (Especially Moms)

Let’s be honest: getting your family out the door with everyone looking semi-presentable is already a triumph worthy of a parade.You deserve to show up to your session, take a deep breath, and not feel like you’re racing the clock.

A full hour gives you time to regroup, fix a crooked bow, brush off snack crumbs, and not panic when your toddler decides this is their moment to sprint into the horizon.

4. More Time = More Variety

Outfit change? We can do that.Different backdrops? Absolutely.A chance to photograph every unique combination of people you love? 100%.

The extra time allows for more creativity, more candid moments, and a final gallery that feels full, rich, and reflective of your family’s personality.

5. It’s Honestly… Just More Fun

Once the initial jitters fade and everyone forgets they’re being photographed, your session becomes less of a chore and more of a family hangout.You play, explore, cuddle, laugh—and I get to document the joy that unfolds naturally.

As a mom, I know how fleeting these stages are. As a former teacher, I know how to coax cooperation from even the most determined tiny human (I’ve seen things, my friend).Together? We make photo magic.

Ready for a session that feels relaxed, joyful, and totally you?

Let’s make memories that outlast sticky fingers, growth spurts, and that one weird phase where your kid only answers to “Spiderman.”

👉 Book your family session today! Your future self—and your family album—will thank you.